Promising Gray 439-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #8C877F, LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eagle Rock from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8C877F · 439-4DB
Promising Gray
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Promising Gray Technical Profile
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Promising Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Promising Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyPromising Gray
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreEagle Rock
Eagle Rock
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Alloy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Big Apple
Valspar
Nearly identical
Greystoke
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Creek Bed
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
So Sublime
PPG
Nearly identical
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Wet Cement
Behr
Nearly identical
Sultry Castle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Chalk Suede
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Promising Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Promising Gray
#8C877F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Promising Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Promising Gray Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Promising Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Promising Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Promising Gray have?
Promising Gray by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Promising Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Promising Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Promising Gray are Eagle Rock by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Metropolis by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Alloy by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Promising Gray's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Promising Gray?
Promising Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Promising Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.